Research and Development Summer Intern

Job Title:  Research Intern                                                       Location: San Diego

Department:  Research                                                             Reports to: Scientist

FLSA Classification: Hourly

 SUMMARY:

 The Research Intern assists the scientific staff in carrying out research assignments involving a variety of laboratory methods, equipment and procedures. 

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Executes bench experiments carefully and precisely

• Makes detailed observations as experiments are conducted and reports data accurately and effectively

• Maintains complete and accurate records of all work done in the laboratory

• Performs a wide variety of tasks in the laboratory, including: maintaining adherent cell lines, plasmid DNA preps, ligation, PCR, and DNA digestion

• Monitors work to ensure quality

• Records inventory changes as supplies and reagents are used

• Presents and discusses results of experiments within department and project team 

• Analyzes data and interprets results

• Prepares technical reports, summaries and protocols

   QUALIFICATIONS/TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Basic understanding of cellular biology, molecular biology and virology

• Able to learn new skills quickly

• Basic knowledge of laboratory procedures, established techniques, instruments and equipment.

• Basic understanding of Universal Precautions and Basic Lab safety

• Able to repeat a procedure in the laboratory multiple times in exactly the same way

• Works well in a team environment

• Highly self-motivated, with excellent organizational skills and critical-thinking skills

• Skilled with use of word processing, spreadsheets, graphical and presentation software applications

   EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

   High school degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a biology laboratory